Dëshm

Dëshm is a term that appears in Albanian-language texts, but it is not widely attested as a standalone lemma in standard dictionaries. In contemporary Albanian, the concept of evidence or proof is typically expressed by the noun dëshmi or through related verbs such as dëshmoj, while dëshm itself is not commonly used as an independent word.

In usage, dëshm is more likely to be encountered as part of longer words, stems in dialectal forms, or in older or regional writings where contracted or variant spellings occur. Because there is limited authoritative documentation, there is no widely accepted, separate definition of dëshm beyond its possible kinship to words like dëshmi (evidence) and dëshmoj (to bear witness or prove).

Linguists who study Albanian dialects or historical texts may note appearances of dëshm in specific local varieties, but such occurrences are not standard in modern Albanian. For standard reference and clarity, it is advisable to consult established Albanian lexicons or dialect surveys to verify any particular usage if encountered in a text.

See also: dëshmi, dëshmoj.